Like what you’re reading? Get FREE updates sent to your inbox.Email* I want to improve my...I want to improve my...WeightEnergyDigestionBrainOverall HealthAll of the AboveI hate spam too. Your email is safe with me.You know how sometimes you see a recipe and think… oh yeah, that sounds nice… but then never actually make it. Please don’t do that with this one. This homemade whipped body butter is pure gold – and honestly – I think you’re going to love what it does for your skin! A body butter is made by combining oils (liquid) with butters (solid). UPDATE: If you love this recipe, I’ve put everything I know about simple, healthy natural skincare into a BRAND NEW three-week online workshop called: “SIMPLIFY Skin: Natural, effortless, whole food skincare” You’ll learn to toss out the toxins, and surround yourself with beautiful skincare that you confidently make yourself! I chose to work with coconut oil (as my liquid part) and cocoa butter (as my solid part)
Coconut Oil is a top favorite of mine. Always use a virgin cold-pressed oil, organic is best, to make sure that all the nutrients and beneficial properties are intact. Coconut oil’s antioxidant properties protect the skin from free radical damage and because it’s so full of essential fatty acids, it also helps to build and strengthen skin-cell structures. This keeps the skin’s connective tissues strong and supple, which helps to prevent sagging and wrinkles. My skin loves it and I love that it’s easily absorbed. Cocoa Butter comes from the cocoa bean. It has a distinct nutty, chocolate scent – so yes, you will smell… delicious! When I use it on my skin, my 5-year-old notices right away! Cocoa butter is a rich emollient, it leaves your skin buttery soft. It contains fatty acids which help to retain moisture and build elasticity and also has properties which can help ease dermatitis or rashes. And did I mention it smells like chocolate! Just like your oils, you want to choose a raw, cold-pressed butter – free of chemicals that are used in bleaching and refining.
Cocoa Butter is solid, so you’ll need to melt it down in a bain-marie, a hot water bath. You want it to melt over steam, rather than direct heat. Depending on where you live, and if it’s cold, your coconut oil may be hard…. melt them gently together until completely liquid. Once the butter is melted, you’ll need to harden it in the freezer for about 20 minutes. TIP: make sure to cover the container in the freezer (with a lid or towel) so that no condensation drips into your butter! Freeze it until it’s semi-solid – not too soft, not too hard. You should be able to press your finger in easily and make a dent. If it’s not whipping up, put it back in the freezer to harden a little more. Now, I want to tell you something up front so that you’re not weirded out when you use it. This body butter is unusual in that it melts onto your skin the instant you apply it – like butter on a hot pan. Honestly, I found it to be a bit strange. The recipes that I had read don’t tell you this, so when I first used it, I thought it was greasy and that I wouldn’t like it.
But then, something magical happened – my skin soaked it all in – and instead of feeling greasy, it felt velvety soft! My skin is seriously thanking me and has promised to glow, if I use this everyday. This homemade whipped body butter is pure gold - and honestly - I think you're going to love what it does for your skin.And with just two ingredients, it couldn't be simpler! In a bain-marie, melt down your hard butters and oils until fully liquid Set in the freezer to harden, about 20 minutes. Once the mixture is solid again, but not too hard, whip it up using an electric whisk, a food processor with a whisk attachment, or your KitchenAid (lucky you!)If you need to, you can use a hand held whisk, and a lot of elbow grease! Whip about 5 minutes, or until you have created fluffy white clouds. Spoon it into a clean jar or container. It will keep for 3 months. Cold climates, adjust recipe to 60% cocoa butter, 40% oil so that it's not as hard. Store in a clean glass jar and keep in a cool, dark place.
Your body butter will keep for up to 3 months. UPDATE: If you liked this recipe, I’ve put everything I know about simple, healthy natural skincare into a BRAND NEW three-week online workshop called:(Very sweaty feet and) foot odor Strong perspiration odor (confirmed) Liver Detoxification / Support Requirement Being very skinny or being lean or underweight Thin people tend to have less body odor because they perspire less and lack the folds of skin that harbor moisture and bacteria, and decrease air flow to those parts of the body. One or two chlorophyll tablets or chlorophyll liquid taken with each meal may help, as chlorophyll is a great deodorizer. Since toxic overload may be one of the causes, try taking steam baths or saunas frequently as part of an overall detoxification program. Change In Clothing Habits Clothing is an area many people overlook. Loosely-fitting clothes allow the body to breathe better than tight clothes. The perspiration escapes and doesn't become a breeding ground for bacteria.
The type of fabric is also very important. Synthetic fabrics for shoes and clothes don't allow the body to breathe, so use all-natural fabrics. Wash your clothes often. As well as causing bad breath, tobacco use is a major cause of body odor. Not only does it come back through your lungs, but it comes through the skin. It probably mixes with other elements of your body's chemistry to create a distinct odor. If you stop smoking it may take several weeks for the body to rid itself of odor-causing substances. Bathe daily to remove bacteria from your skin, especially the armpits and groin area where the bacteria is most prevalent. Scrub the armpits with a soapy washcloth as that will work better to remove the bacteria than just soap in your hands. Deodorant soap is preferable as it helps fight bacteria more than regular soaps. If you have a serious odor problem, soak for fifteen minutes or longer in a tub of water with three cups of tomato juice added. (Tomato juice also works on you and your pets if you have been "skunked"!)
Dietary changes are very important in eliminating various sources of odor. Certain foods, such as meat, onions, garlic, exotic spices, and drinks such as coffee and alcohol can lead to body odor. Try eliminating these from your diet for a week or two and see if this makes a difference. Although you can usually smell your own B.O. if it is from your armpits many people don't realize they have general body odor because they have become accustomed to it. Have someone you can confide in do a "smell test" – before and after you start eliminating certain foods. That may be the only way you will find out. Try taking zinc tablets. Zinc, plus magnesium, will help balance your body's metabolism and reduce the cause of bad odor. Studies have shown that taking 30 to 50mg daily will dramatically reduce certain body odors, although you may need less. Zinc may also reduce perspiration and sweaty feet. Take magnesium supplements or augment your diet with food sources high in this important mineral.
Between 200-500mg of magnesium daily has been recommended. You will have to try different doses until you get the amount that is right for your body. See the links between Body Odor and Vitamin B-Complex / Zinc. For excessive underarm odor, try using a mild solution of hydrogen peroxide (3%) – cheap, effective, widely available. Put a teaspoonful in a glass of water and wash the underarm. If that doesn't work, increase the amount of peroxide. A unique herbal deodorant exists that is free of aluminum and other harsh chemicals, yet so effective that just one application can eliminate perspiration odor for days without the need to reapply even after showering. This product is available from most health food stores. Lavilin makes a foot deodorant also. Ingredients: zinc oxide, petroleum jelly, talc, potato starch, calendula oil, arnica oil, , ascorbyl palmitate, citric acid, natural fragrance. A high-potency B-vitamin (50mg or higher), when combined with magnesium, will help reduce certain secretions that can be a cause of odor.